Fundraising and Funders

Fundraising for Popstars and external charities.Because of the very ethos of Popstars we are always actively seeking funding and donation.

ITV Fixers

Thanks to ITV fixers for creating a short film about Middleton Popstars Academy broadcasting the help we have given to young people.We would also like to thank Katherine Howell and the youth forum from Middleton Popstars Academy for organising and contributing to this event.A special thanks to Tony Morris for showing his fantastic support when Middleton Popstars broadcasted our short film for the first time.Below are pictures and a short clip of the event.

Heritage

MPA are getting their hands dirty and cleaning out the back garden and turning it in to a safe space for the members to use.

The project is funded by the Heritage Lottery and supported by Key103, BUPA and Green Volunteers. The idea is to clean up the waste, debris and harmful contents of the garden and develope a place for the youth to use, enjoy and brign out their "green" side.

A big thanks to the Green Volunteers for their first day on the project who worked extremely hard!! Any one interested in geeting involved in the project, donating planets or decking please contact the academy.

Past Football Event

This years tournament celebrated our ten year anniversairy. We encounted some problems at first with Limefields, where the tournamnet is usual held, being vandalised, we had to find an alternative venue. We were lucky enough to be able to book Bowlee Playing Fields for the first weekend in July. Bowlee turned out to be an ideal setting with everyone having a great time. The weather was nice for the majority of the time with some rain creeping in on the sunday afternoon.

We would like to say a big well done to all the teams who took part. All teams worked hard with the runners up and winners of all groups being rewarded with a trophy.

The Annual Tournament

Every year Popstars host an annual football tournament in Middleton. Held over a weekend, the tournament, which has grown in prestige through out the years, atttracts teams from all over the country. Normally the first weekend in June, it is great fun and enjoyed by every one who takes part.

Raising funds

The purpose of the football tournament is to raise money for Middelton Popstars Acadmey. The money raised goes towards costumes for the members here, as no child is expected to pay for their costumes, transport to shows and in the everyday running of Popstars. The money raised at this event is a crucial part of the funds required to ensure Popstars is able to continue to offer the services it does.

Who can get involved

The ages of the teams involved in the tournament are under 7s to open age and only a small fee is required to enter the tournament. We welcome as many volunteers as possible. As you can imagine arranging the tournament, setting up for the weekend and running the tournament is hard work and requires long hours, so we are extremely thankful to anyone who gives up any of their time.

The next tournament

Arrangements for the next tournament are still to be arranged. We will keep you posted!!!